5 from 15 votes
Pesto Shrimp
Pesto Shrimp showcases peeled and deveined shrimp marinated in herbaceous pesto, then quickly sautéed for a tender and flavorful dish. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, the shrimp gain a bright and savory profile, suitable for a main course or appetizer. The method allows the pesto flavor to infuse the shrimp without overpowering their natural taste.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings:
6
servings
Calories:
268 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 1 cup pesto , divided
- 1 pound Shrimp , peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Add the shrimp to the pesto (reserve two tablespoons) and let sit for 15 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add the shrimp (scrape off the pesto) to the pan, cooking on each side for 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer to a bowl and toss with the remaining pesto and garnish with Parmesan cheese before serving.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
268kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
20g
(40%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
199mg
(66%)
Sodium
1107mg
(46%)
Potassium
68mg
(1%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
900IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
3.1mg
(3%)
Calcium
275mg
(28%)
Iron
1.9mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 268
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 268kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 199mg | 66% |
| Sodium | 1107mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 68mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 900IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 3.1mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 275mg | 28% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.